When we create and participate meaningfully in a small local community, we create and experience a microcosm of the world. What we do, value, and cultivate in our own little families, workplaces, friend groups, and organizations is reflected and amplified in the wider world.
If we want to live in a world where neighbors say “hello”, care about, and protect each other, that is how we need to act in our own communities and neighborhoods.
If we want to live in a world where new parents are supported, validated, and understood, that is how we need to be at our family gatherings, workplaces, and friend groups.
If we want to live in a world where people are treated with kindness and respect, that is what we need to do on the road during rush hour, at the PTO meeting, and when we are shepherding our kids out the door.
If we want to live in a world where mutualism, collaboration, and meaningful relationships can thrive, we need to spend time with people in real life, and not depend on social media for the majority of our sense of connection to others.
While these actions won’t change the whole wide world, they can change our whole little world. And little by little, we can claim back some peace from the chaos, some reciprocity from the consumerism, and some kindness from the cruelty.
The ripples can unfold from us.
Warmly,
Dr. Lizzie
Community Spotlight
Dr. Rebecca Turkel of Warm Heart Wellness
I am lucky enough to work alongside so many amazing perinatal and pediatric practitioners here in Greater Boston that I love to collaborate with and refer patients to when they need additional or alternative support. I’ve shared many happy clients with Dr. Rebecca Turkel over the years, and am thrilled to highlight her amazing work and practice here.
Dr. Rebecca Turkel is the Owner of Warm Heart Wellness located in Natick, MA. She is a Craniosacral Fascial Therapist, Licensed Pediatric Physical Therapist, Certified Early Intervention Specialist, Certified Educator of Infant Massage, Certified in Neonatal Behavior Observation, and Integrative Breastfeeding Educator. Dr. Turkel has over 19 years’ experience working with families in an Early Intervention setting as a Developmental Specialist and Physical Therapist as well as 15 years’ experience working at Boston Children's Hospital as a Physical Therapist.
Warm Heart Wellness serves a broad spectrum of clients, offering compassionate, individualized care across all stages of life. Dr. Turkel works with infants, children, and families who are navigating developmental differences or milestone delays, providing gentle, play-based support to help each child move, grow, and thrive. She also works with pre- and post-natal clients seeking holistic craniosacral fascial therapy and body balance during the transitions of pregnancy and recovery. In addition, Dr. Turkel welcomes adults interested in improving their overall wellness through gentle craniosacral fascial therapy that restores comfort, alignment, and ease in the body. Across all ages and needs, each session is offered one-on-one in a calm, nurturing environment. The approach at Warm Heart Wellness is private-pay, evidence-informed, and grounded in deep respect for the body’s innate capacity to heal, integrate, and find balance.
Learn more at www.warmheartwellness.com or follow @warm.heart.wellness on Instagram.